Professional & Clinical Seminar Series Archive

“Take a Timeout! Implementation of an Antibiotic Timeout Tool to Improve Antibiotic Stewardship"

Presented by: Diana Langworthy, PharmD, BCPS, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems, and Clinical Pharmacist, Adult Internal Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical Center (bio)
 
Learning Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to answer the following questions:

1. Discuss the risks associated with broad spectrum antibiotic overuse
   Describe the purpose and process of an antibiotic timeout (ATO) tool 
   Recognize barriers to implementation of clinical decision support tools within the pharmacist workflow

This seminar was recorded on April 10, 2024. 

CE is available for this seminar. To obtain CE for watching this seminar recording, complete the post-seminar evaluation at this link. Enduring Material UANs: JA4008105-0000-24-016-H99-P (Pharmacists) | JA4008105-0000-24-016-H99-T (Pharmacy Technicians) 

Move over Cockcroft Gault and Make Way for the New Kid on the Block--CKD-EPI

Presented by: Wendy L. St. Peter, PharmD, FCCP, FASN, FNKF, Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems (bio)
 
Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to answer the following questions:

1. Why should pharmacists reconsider use of C-G eCrCL for medication-related decision-making in persons with kidney dysfunction?
2. What recent developments make it a good time to switch to eGFR equations?
3. What is the rationale for using eGFR adjusted for the patient’s body surface area when using eGFR to assess kidney function? How do I do it?
4. My institution has cystatin C. When should I use it to calculate eGFR?

This seminar was recorded on March 11, 2024. 

CE is available for this seminar. To obtain CE for watching this seminar recording, complete the post-seminar evaluation at this link. Enduring Material UANs: JA4008105-0000-24-011-H01-P (Pharmacists) | JA4008105-0000-24-011-H01-T (Pharmacy Technicians)

The Versatility of a PharmD: Unique Career Paths for Pharmacists

Presented by: Matt Glasow, PharmD, MBA, Clinical Consultant for Milliman IntelliScript (bio)
 
Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Identify at least three nontraditional career opportunities for pharmacists.
2. Describe strategies to prepare yourself for a nontraditional pharmacist career path.

This seminar was recorded on February 14, 2024. 

CE is available for this seminar. To obtain CE for watching this seminar recording, complete the post-seminar evaluation at this link (Enduring Material UANs: UAN JA4008105-0000-24-007-H99-P (Pharmacists) | UAN JA4008105-0000-24-007-H99-T (Pharmacy Technicians))

The Value of Partnerships:  Connecting Health Plans and MTM Providers to Optimize Patient Outcomes

Presented by: Sarah Westberg, PharmD, FCCP, BCPS, Associate Dean for Professional Affairs and Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems (bio)
 
Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Describe the role of the UMN CoP as a convener of Health Plans and MTM providers, both locally and nationally.
2. Summarize the key outcomes that have occurred as a result of facilitating collaborations.
3. Identify ongoing initiatives resulting from these partnerships and expected future outcomes. 

This seminar was recorded on January 8, 2024. 

CE is available for this seminar. To obtain CE for watching this seminar recording, complete the post-seminar evaluation at this link (Enduring Material UANs: JA4008105-0000-24-003-H04-P (Pharmacists) | JA4008105-0000-24-003-H04-T (Pharmacy Technicians))

Financial Literacy and Health Professional Training

Presented by: Terrence J. Adam, RPh, PhD, MD, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems, UMN College of Pharmacy (bio) 
 
Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Understand the role of student debt on health professional trainees
2. Appreciate the general financial literacy of health science trainees
3. Describe current approaches in financial literacy training of health science trainees 

This seminar was recorded on December 13, 2023. 

CE is available for this seminar. To obtain CE for watching this seminar recording, complete the post-seminar evaluation at this link (UANs: JA4008105-0000-23-146-H99-P |  JA4008105-0000-23-146-H99-T)

Clinical Primer on VMAT2 Inhibitors for Tardive Dyskinesia

Presented by: Dr. Mark Schneiderhan, PharmD, BCPP, Associate Professor in PPPS and CMM provider at Human Development Center (bio)
 
Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Differentiate tardive dyskinesia (TD) from other common extra-pyramidal side-effects from antipsychotic agents
2. Describe APA practice treatment guidelines and the mechanism of action of VMAT2 inhibitors.
3. Compare and contrast metabolism, dosage administration, and titration of deutetrabenazine (Austedo®) and valbenazine (Ingrezza®)
4. Evaluate a patient case including: mental status, abnormal laboratory or procedures, medications/substances, current/past medical histories when considering starting a VMAT2 inhibitor.

This seminar was recorded on November 13, 2023. 

CE is available for this seminar. To obtain CE for watching this seminar recording, complete the post-seminar evaluation at this link (UANs: JA4008105-0000-23-142-H01-P and JA4008105-0000-23-142-H01-T). 

Medication Utilization in Weight Management

Dr. Lauren Bloch, PharmD, BCACP,  Medication Therapy Management Pharmacist at mHealth Fairview Comprehensive Weight Management Clinic 
 
Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

• Identify who qualifies for weight loss pharmacotherapy
• Understand how to approach pharmacotherapy selection
• Have an appreciation for pipeline/upcoming medications for weight loss

Here is a link to the slides from the seminar.  This seminar was recorded on October 11, 2023. 

CE is available for this seminar. To obtain CE for watching this seminar recording, complete the post-seminar evaluation at this link: https://z.umn.edu/Oct11SeminarCE (UAN JA4008105-0000-23-135-H01-P | UAN JA4008105-0000-23-135-H01-T).  Please see this link for disclosures and acknowledgements. 

Before There Were Schedules: Narcotics and Stimulants in 19th Century American Society

Emma Verstraete, PhD, RPA 
Postdoctoral Associate, Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth Campus

Seminar Objectives

Following the presentation, attendees will be able to:

1. Understand how societal views of narcotics and stimulants changed throughout the 19th century
2. Discuss the use of narcotics and stimulants in common pharmaceutical preparations and patent medicines
3. Explain how the Civil War impacted narcotic addiction rates

This seminar was recorded on Monday, September 11, 2023.

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

Pharmacists and Primary Care Providers: Who is working together? What are the impacts?

Topic: Characterizing the interprofessional health care team, who works with pharmacists (and other team members), and the impacts on the Quadruple Aim

Speaker: Kylee Funk, PharmD, BCPS, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems (bio)
 
Seminar Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Summarize providers' work-life benefits when collaborating with pharmacists
2. Describe the demographics of providers who are more collaborative with the interprofessional team
3. Explore differences in quality measures and patient satisfaction scores based on a primary care provider's level of collaboration with pharmacists

This seminar was presented and recorded on Wednesday, May 10th, 2023.

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

Pharmacy Workforce and Initial Findings from the 2022 National Pharmacist Workforce Survey

Presented by: Jon Schommer, MS, PhD, RPH, Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems (bio)

Following the presentation, attendees will be able to:

1. Describe how the COVID pandemic affected the work status of licensed pharmacists in the United States between 2019 and 2022.
2. Describe how the COVID pandemic influenced the work life of practicing pharmacists in the United States.
3. Describe trends in Minnesota relating to the types of pharmacies, hiring dynamics, and most impactful services for the residents of the state.
4. Describe how the results and trends will likely impact the pharmacy profession over the next five years.

Recorded on Monday, April 10, 2023

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

How I Spent My Semester Sabbatical - Refocus, Refugees, Renewal

Presented By: Ann Philbrick, PharmD, FCCP, BCPS, BCACP, Associate Professor in both the Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems and the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health; Faculty at Woodwinds Family Medicine Residency Program, and MTM Pharmacist, Bethesda Family Medicine Clinic, St. Paul, MN (bio)

Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Describe the Mobile Health Unit Afghan refugee program and the role pharmacy played
2. Describe the results of Bethesda's serial blood pressure project
3. Explore the meaning and benefits of a sabbatical

Recorded on Wednesday, March 8, 2023

CE will not be provided for this seminar. 

An Introduction to Learning Health Systems and Learning Health System Research

Presented By: Debbie Pestka, PharmD, PhD, Research Scientist and Research Project Specialist, Center for Learning Health System Sciences, and Adjunct Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Care and Health Systems, UMN College of Pharmacy

Seminar Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Describe the principles of a learning health system
2. Recognize the different areas of learning health system research within the University's Center for Learning Health System SciencesDescribe the landscape of drug information resources available to clinicians

Recorded on Monday, February 13, 2023.

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

Pearls from Building Pyrls

Presented By: Derek Borkowski, PharmD, Founder & CEO of Pyrls (YC W22) (bio)

Seminar Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Describe the landscape of drug information resources available to clinicians
2. Understand the challenges and complexities of building a tertiary drug resource
3. Describe the use cases for Pyrls in the modern clinician or student clinician's workflow

Recorded on Wednesday, January 12, 2023.

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

RoundtableRx’s Medication Repository Program – Providing underserved patients with safe & affordable medications while reducing pharmaceutical waste

Presented by: Rachel Rockwell, PharmD, MPH, Managing Director & Pharmacist in Charge at RoundtableRx, Minnesota's Medication Matchmaker (http://roundtablerx.org/), with guest speakers:

• Julia Lee, CPhT, Patient Assistance & Revenue Associate with Essentia Health & healthcare mgmt student, Labovitz School of Business, UMN Duluth, will talk about how Essentia Health utilizes RoundtableRx and implements the program into workflow at their pharmacies, and about the impact of RoundtableRx for CUHCC patients.
• Joy Xie, PharmD, Pharmacy Resident at CUHCC will speak about the impact of RoundtableRx for CUHCC patients.

Seminar Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Describe the operations of Minnesota’s Medication Repository Program, RoundtableRx.
2. Define the role of a medication repository as a resource of safe & affordable medications for underserved patients.
3. Describe how to access RoundtableRx inventory for patients in a clinic or pharmacy setting.

Seminar Slides (PDF)

Recorded on Monday, December 12, 2023.

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

How Pharmacists Can Better Support Patients During Ramadan

Presented by: Linda Tahaineh, PharmD, MSc
Professor of Clinical Pharmacy, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Jordan University of Science and Technology (bio)

Seminar Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to: 

1. Understand Ramadan and facts about Ramadan fasting
2. Discuss pre-Ramadan assessment
3. Describe the role of a pharmacist in supporting patients during Ramadan fasting

Seminar Slides, including bonus resources

Recorded on Wednesday, November 9, 2022.

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

Pharmacist Impact in Substance Use Disorder Care: Beyond the Scope

Presented by: Haley Pals, PharmD, BCPP, Psychiatric Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Addiction Treatment Program, Tomah Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Tomah, WI

Bio: Dr. Pals received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Drake University in 2018. She completed a PGY-1 ambulatory care residency through the University of Minnesota and a Psychiatric PGY-2 residency through the William S. Middleton Veterans Affairs Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. She then transitioned to the Tomah VA where she has been a Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner in the outpatient Addiction Treatment Program since 2020. She specializes in performing comprehensive medication management services for various mental health and substance use disorders under a scope of practice with prescriptive authority, including controlled substances. She works collaboratively with the X-waivered psychiatrists in the clinic to manage patients taking buprenorphine for opioid use disorder.

Seminar Topic: Pharmacy practice in mental health & substance use treatment at the VA in Tomah, WI

Seminar Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to: 

1. Define the role of a Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner (CPP) within an interdisciplinary Addiction Treatment Program
2. Illustrate the impact of a CPP in a healthcare system beyond direct patient care 
3. Identify opportunities for advocacy to advance the profession and care for our patients

Recorded on Monday, October 10, 2022.

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

Our Residency: Back to the Future

Presented by: Jean Moon, PharmD, BCACP, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems; Program Director, Postgraduate Pharmacy Residency Program; clinical faculty for the UMN North Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program, and clinical pharmacist practicing at the M Physicians Broadway Family Medicine Clinic (bio)

Seminar Objectives:

1. Capture the history, purpose, and direction of our residency program
2. Describe how our residency program fits into the landscape

This seminar was recorded on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

CMM, FQHCs, and ACOs - Oh My! An Alphabet Soup of Building a Sustainable Pharmacy Practice

Presented by: Swetha Pradeep, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist, Federally Qualified Urban Health Network (FUHN)

Seminar Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Recognize the contribution of comprehensive medication management (CMM) to value-based care in a network of federally qualified health centers (FQHCs)
2. Summarize key successes of implementing pharmacists as a shared service by a network of FQHCs
3. Identify factors that affect the pharmacists’ patient care process in the patient population of a network of FQHCs

This seminar was recorded on Monday, May 9, 2022.

CE will not be provided for viewing this seminar.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Case-based Learning & Experiential Education

Video Links: Part One & Part Two

Presented by: Olihe Okoro, Ph.D., MPH, Associate Professor, Social and Administrative Pharmacy

Seminar Slides & Resources

• Seminar Slides
• Feedback form (please fill out after watching the seminar video)
• Brown Skin Matters, a reference website providing images of dermatological conditions in patients with a variety of skin tones
• An Anti-Racist Approach to Achieving Mental Health Equity in Clinical Care, by Rupinder Kaur Legha and Jeanne Miranda (Psychiatr Clin North Am. 2020 Sep;43(3):451-469. doi: 10.1016/j.psc.2020.05.002. Epub 2020 Jul 7.)

Seminar Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Develop and utilize case-based learning curricular content that promotes DEI
2. Develop strategies in experiential education that build students’ competency to address social determinants
3. Discuss ways to more effectively support BIPOC pharmacy students across the continuum of training

This seminar was recorded on Wednesday, April 13, 2022.

CE will not be provided for this seminar.

Advancements in Measurement to Meet Evolving Needs and Support Improvement Strategies

Presented by: Liz Cinqueonce, MBA, Chief Operating Officer, MN Community Measurement

Learning Objectives: Following the presentation, the attendees should be able to:

1. Describe the mission of MN Community Measurement and the major activities the organization performs to support improvement efforts.
2. Identify how MNCM data are being used to support improvement strategies and ways that stakeholders can engage with this work.
3. Describe three efforts MN Community Measurement has underway to modernize its approach to measurement to meet evolving needs.

This seminar was recorded on Monday, March 14, 2022.

CE is not available for viewing this seminar.

CMM Implementation in a Substance Use Disorder Clinic: Where there's a will, there's a way.

Presented by: Keri Hager, Co-Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs and Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Pharmaceutical Sciences (bio link)

Seminar Objectives: At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. Identify key components to maintaining fidelity to the “CMM model” in practice expansion.
2. Describe enablers and barriers to CMM implementation within a substance use disorder (SUD) treatment environment.
3. Compare and contrast pharmacist-provided CMM in the SUD versus primary care clinic environment.

This seminar was recorded on Monday, January 10, 2022.

CE credits are not available for viewing this seminar.

New Non-Race Based eGFR Equations: Implications for Medication-Related Decision Making

Presented by: Wendy L. St. Peter, PharmD, FCCP, FASN, FNKF, Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems; Affiliate Faculty, Institute for Health Informatics; and Investigator, Chronic Disease Research Group and United States Renal Data System [bio link]

Seminar Objectives: At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the current evidence base and concerns for the inclusion of race in KDIGO 2012 recommended eGFR equations
2. Review Sept 2021 NKF-ASN eGFR and Race Taskforce Recommendations for non-race based eGFR approaches
3. Understand implications of these new approaches on medication-related decision-making

This seminar was recorded on Wednesday, December 8, 2021.

Continuing Education credits are not available for viewing this seminar.

Ensuring a Resilient Drug Supply & Reducing Drug Shortages in the U.S.

Presented by: Stephen W. Schondelmeyer, PharmD, PhD is a professor in PCHS; Century Mortar Club Endowed Chair in Pharmaceutical Management & Economics; Director of the PRIME Institute; and Co-Leader (with Dr. Mike Osterholm) of the Resilient Drug Supply Project. [bio link]

Learning Objectives: At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. Define the terms Critical Acute Drugs & Critical Chronic Drugs.
2. Describe the concept of drug shortages and their impact on clinical care and population health.
3. Explain the drug supply chain & identify factors that can result in disruptions or barriers to drug availability.
4. Define the concept of ‘Country of Origin’ & explain the potential consequences of foreign dependence for the U.S. drug supply.
5. List policy options that will help to ensure a resilient U.S. drug supply.

Presentation Date & Time: Monday, November 8, 2021, 12:15-1:15pm

Continuing Education credits are not available for this seminar.

This seminar is part of the Clinical Seminar Series for the College of Pharmacy. Visit https://www.pharmacy.umn.edu/departments-and-divisions/divisions/clinical-affairs-division for information on other past and upcoming Clinical Seminars.

CPESN Minnesota: Past, Present, Future

Presented by: Lindsay Christensen, PharmD, CPESN Network Facilitator and CPESN Pharmacy Practice Transformation & Lead Coach for Flip the Pharmacy

Description: CPESN USA is a clinically integrated network of community pharmacies that coordinates patient care with broader care teams to provide medication optimization activities and enhanced services for high-risk patients.

Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation, participants should have a better understanding of the following:

1. Who is CPESN USA and CPESN Minnesota
2. Review of updates from the past year
3. Current activities and plans for the future

Presentation Date & Time: Monday, February 28, 2022, 12:15-1:15pm

Continuing Education credits are not available for this seminar.

This seminar is part of the Clinical Seminar Series for the College of Pharmacy. Visit https://www.pharmacy.umn.edu/departments-and-divisions/divisions/clinical-affairs-division for information on other past and upcoming Clinical Seminars.

From an Epidemic to a Pandemic, It's Not All Academic

Presented by: Kailee Fretland, PharmD, BCPS, Commander, United States Public health Service; Pharmacy Director, Red Lake Hospital, MN; Deputy Lead, Indian Health Service COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force; and MAT Lead Indian Health Service National Committee on Heroin, Opioid an Pain Efforts (HOPE).

Learning Objectives: At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. Understand why embracing change is necessary in healthcare. 
2. Describe why understanding the community you serve is important in addressing public health in any crisis. 

Presentation Date & Time: Wednesday, October 13, 2021, 12:15-1:15pm

Continuing Education credits are not available for this seminar.

This seminar is part of the Clinical Seminar Series for the College of Pharmacy. Visit https://www.pharmacy.umn.edu/departments-and-divisions/divisions/clinical-affairs-division for information on other past and upcoming Clinical Seminars.

Walgreens: Retail Pharmacy with Purpose, Addressing Health Equity

Presented by:

• Sara Morrisson, PharmD, Walgreens Healthcare Supervisor – Minnesota Market (bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-morrisson-pharmd-13535a12)
• Emily Rmaiti, PharmD, Walgreens Pharmacy Manager – Minneapolis
  (bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-rmaiti-517566168)
• John Powers, PharmD, Walgreens Pharmacy Manager - Minneapolis
  (bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-powers-2981a664)

Learning Objectives: At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. To understand Minneapolis civil unrest impacts on community pharmacy and patients
2. To gain perspective on local pharmacy learnings and quick response to support patients in need
3. To share insight into ongoing health equity initiatives in retail pharmacy and the way forward

Presentation Date & Time: Monday, September 13, 2021, 12:15-1:15pm

Continuing Education credits are not available for this seminar.

The Art and Science of Effective Relational Events for the COVID Vaccine Undecided - #ThisIsOurShot

Presented by: Brian J. Isetts, RPh, PhD, BCPS, FAPhA, Professor Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems; Member, Interprofessional Coordinating Council - Northstar Geriatrics Workforce Program; Pharmacy Representative to the CPT Editorial Panel; serves as Consultant Pharmacist at Spring Valley Health & Rehabilitation Center in Spring Valley, WI (bio)

Learning Objectives: At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the effectiveness of relational events in achieving bold social aims.
2. Understand the current state of intentional COVID vaccine disinformation.
3. Utilize consumer-tailored, evidence-based information to learn what matters most to individuals  seeking COVID vaccine assurance.  #ThisIsOurShot

Presentation Date & Time: Monday, May 10, 2021, 12:15-1:15pm

Continuing Education credits are not available for this seminar.

This seminar is part of the Clinical Seminar Series for the College of Pharmacy. Visit https://www.pharmacy.umn.edu/departments-and-divisions/divisions/clinical-affairs-division for information on other past and upcoming Clinical Seminars.

Implementing Clinical Pharmacogenomics at UF Health: Ten Years of Progress

Presented by:  Kristin Wiisanen, PharmD, FAPhA, FCCP, Clinical Professor in Pharmacotherapy & Translational Research; Associate Director of the University of Florida Health Precision Medicine Program; Director of the Graduate Program in Precision Medicine; and Director of the Office of Continuing Pharmacy Education (bio link)

Learning Objectives: At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the structure of the UF Health Precision Medicine Program
2. Review ongoing clinical pharmacogenomics implementations at UF Health
3. Discuss challenges and lessons learned over ten years of pharmacist-led clinical pharmacogenomics services

Presentation Date & Time: Wednesday, April 7, 2021, 3:30-4:30pm

Continuing Education credits are not available for this seminar.

This seminar is part of the Clinical Seminar Series for the College of Pharmacy. Visit https://www.pharmacy.umn.edu/departments-and-divisions/divisions/clinical-affairs-division for information on other past and upcoming Clinical Seminars.

Policy Change for Pharmacy: Advancement Opportunity or Boondoggle?

Presented by:

• Todd Sorensen, PharmD,  FAPhA, FCCP,Professor and Senior Executive Associate Dean for Strategic Initiativesand Faculty Affairs (bio)
• Lindsay Sorge, PharmD, MPH, BCACP,  Quality Improvement Specialist and Research Specialist

Learning Objectives: At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. List the key elements of a learning and action community that accelerate adoption of healthcare services and produce consistent outcomes; and
2. Extrapolate general understanding of learning and action collaborates to practice advancement in MN.

Presentation Date & Time: Monday, March 8, 2021, 12:15-1:15pm

Continuing Education credits are not available for this seminar.

This seminar is part of the Clinical Seminar Series for the College of Pharmacy. Visit https://www.pharmacy.umn.edu/departments-and-divisions/divisions/clinical-affairs-division for information on other past and upcoming Clinical Seminars.

Leveraging Data to Evaluate the Implementation and Effectiveness of MTM Services

Joel F. Farley, RPh, PhD, FAPhA is Professor and Associate Head in the Department of Pharmaceutical Care and Health Systems at the University of Minnesota. He holds the Peter's Endowed Chair in Pharmacy Practice Innovation and is the Director of Graduate Studies for Social and Administrative Pharmacy. bio link

Seminar Objectives:

At the completion of this seminar, participants will understand: 

1. The scale of adoption of MTM services in the Medicare Part D program, 
2. Potential disparities in the delivery and use of MTM services by Medicare beneficiaries, and 
3. Gaps in the evidence of effectiveness for MTM services under the Part D benefit. 

CE will not be provided for this seminar.